The game is played over exactly six rounds. Each round has four phases:

1. Shuffle and Deal (see Phase 1: Shuffle and Deal) Shuffle and deal Poker Cards to the spaces in between Mats, the Rival space, and to each player.

2. Posse Placement (see Phase 2: Posse Placement) Starting with the Dealer, and going clockwise around the table, each player places a single Posse Token. Continue placing one token at a time in order until all players have used all of their Posse. The third Posse Token is only used IF it is standing.

3. Resolution (see Phase 3: Resolution) Reveal Poker Cards and resolve locations by playing Three-Card Poker (see the player aids for poker hand explanations).

4. Buy (see Phase 4: Buy) Resolve the Town Hall Mat, buy Building Cards, and advance an Industry Token.